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The latest Clinical Practice Recommendations from the American Diabetes Association emphasize screening, diagnostic, and therapeutic management practices that have been proven or agreed upon by experts to promote optimal health for patients with diabetes.

Hemochromatosis is a condition of abnormal iron metabolism that permits absorption of too much iron into the body's tissues. This iron overload can progress to organ failure and death if left untreated. However, if the diagnosis is caught early (prior to liver cirrhosis), the survival rate is favorable.

Osteoporosis is a potentially debilitating disease with significant personal, financial, and social ramifications. Consistent patient education for maintaining and building bone strength and early identification of bone loss is key to preventing fractures and their sequelae.

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In Maine, there are many rural, medically underserved areas where low population density and long travel distances may act as barriers to preventive healthcare. One screening program, administered by an NP, was designed to target these residents with a hypertension and diabetes screening service.